Global Hydroxyethyl Cellulose Market Size & Outlook

The global hydroxyethyl cellulose market size was estimated at USD 813.9 million in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 1,209.1 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2022 to 2030.
Revenue, 2021 (US$M)
$813.9
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$1,209.1
CAGR, 2022 - 2030
4.5%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global hydroxyethyl cellulose market highlights

  • The global hydroxyethyl cellulose market generated a revenue of USD 813.9 million in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 1,209.1 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2022 - 2030) of 4.5% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, water borne paints & coatings accounted for a revenue of USD 207.2 million in 2021.
  • Pharmaceuticals is the most lucrative application segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2021.
  • Country-wise, UK is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2022 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2021USD 813.9 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 1,209.1 million
Growth rate4.5% (CAGR from 2021 to 2030)
Largest segmentWater borne paints & coatings
Fastest growing segmentPharmaceuticals
Historical data covered2018 - 2020
Base year for estimation2021
Forecast period covered2022 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationBuilding Materials, Water Borne Paints & Coatings, Oil Fields, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Textiles, Food, Paper & Printing Inks

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 10.6% of the global hydroxyethyl cellulose market in 2021.
  • By country, the China is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, UK is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 16.6 million by 2030.

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Hydroxyethyl Cellulose Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Georgia-Pacific Packaging & Cellulose View profile 251-500 Atlanta, Georgia, United States, North America https://www.gppackaging.com
Rhodia View profile 10001+ Brussels, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, Belgium, Europe http://www.rhodia.com
J.M. Huber Corporation View profile 5001-10000 Edison, New Jersey, United States, North America http://www.huber.com
Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc View profile 2800 1301 Riverplace Boulevard, Suite 2300, Jacksonville, FL, United States, 32207 https://www.rayonieram.com
Daicel Corp View profile 12480 Grand Front Osaka Tower-B, 3-1, Ofuka-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka, Japan http://www.daicel.com
Borregaard ASA View profile 1127 Hjalmar Wessels vei 6, P.O Box 162, Sarpsborg, Norway, 1701 https://www.borregaard.com
Akzo Nobel NV View profile 35500 Christian Neefestraat 2, Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands, 1077 WW https://www.akzonobel.com
Ashland Inc View profile 3800 8145 Blazer Drive, Wilmington, DE, United States, 19808 http://www.ashland.com
Celanese Corp Class A View profile 12410 222 West Las Colinas Boulevard, Suite 900N, Irving, TX, United States, 75039-5421 https://www.celanese.com
Eastman Chemical Co View profile 14000 200 South Wilcox Drive, Kingsport, TN, United States, 37662 https://www.eastman.com
Dow Inc View profile 35900 2211 H.H. Dow Way, Midland, MI, United States, 48674 https://www.dow.com

Global hydroxyethyl cellulose market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to hydroxyethyl cellulose market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Water borne paints & coatings was the largest segment with a revenue share of 25.46% in 2021. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global hydroxyethyl cellulose market based on building materials, water borne paints & coatings, oil fields, personal care & cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, food, paper & printing inks covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Hydroxyethyl Cellulose Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Building Materials
    • Water Borne Paints & Coatings
    • Oil Fields
    • Personal Care & Cosmetics
    • Pharmaceuticals
    • Textiles
    • Food
    • Paper & Printing Inks
    • Others

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